MagickalMeanings of Gemstones

Gemstones

From the earliest prehistoric times to our technological age, we have
found beauty, power, and mystery within stones. Gemstones have been sought after and treasured by many civilizations. They have been valued throughout history for their beauty and rarity. As with many things that people value, legends have attached themselves to gemstones, infusing them with magic and power. Gemstones have been particularly known for their protective and healing powers.

Through out history precious stones have held a mystical power over royalty and commoner alike who valued both their beauty and the symbolic power meanings they represented. They have a unique quality that inspires some people to exceed their own human abilities and limitations by providing them with an esoteric power that they believe operates on their behalf. (Mario Buscemi)

They expand our consciousness, focus our energy, enhance our lives, calm our spirits and infuse our dreams with healing and/or psychic energies. Because of this, they can be instrumental in your magickal, divination and healing works.

Gemstones have lost none of their fascination and magic for people. Although different gems become popular, there remains an air of mystery about all gemstones that make them valued beyond money and beauty. That is the truest magic of gemstones.

Different gems possess different energies and magick, and therefore are suitable for different uses. Click on the appropriate letter to find the uses and correspondence for your gemstones, minerals or crystals.

Gemstones, metals, minerals, and organic materials have a long history of magickal use. Stones carry the energy of the Earth within them and we absorb these energies within ourselves. The entire universe is comprised of different waves of vibration, and we can attune ourselves to harmonize and accept the positive effects these substances.

Gems, metals, minerals, etc. should always be cleansed and charged before use. Different methods of cleansing include leaving the item out in the Sun or Moon light for a day or two, holding the object under running water, soaking in salt or spring water, or burying within the Earth for a couple of days. Use whichever method feels right to you. Items can be charged by holding the stone in your projective hand (if right handed, use your right, if left handed, hold the stone in your left hand) and focusing your energy and intent within the stone. To receive the stone's specific energy, hold the stone in your receptive hand (if right handed, use your left, if left handed, use your right). Stones, metals, etc. can be used as amulets, in charm bags, to aid meditation, or any way that you find comfortable and helpful.

Some of the items included in the correspondence chart (amber, jet, petrified wood) are fossils and were once part of living trees or plants. These substances hold especially powerful energies within them. Other substances such as pearl, coral, and mother-of-pearl are the remains of animals and were once part of living creatures. Since these substances are usually obtained by killing the creature, you must carefully decide whether their use in magick is appropriate for you. Some metals have also been included because of their magickally potent properties.

Stones can be rough (found just the way they are in nature), tumbled (shined and smooth by hand or in a machine), or faceted (such as gemstones used in jewelry).

You should experiment and find stones, metals, etc. that are appealing to you. If in doubt about a stone's specific function, color is usually a good indicator (pink for love, blue for healing, green for wealth, etc.). There are many reference books relating to gemstones, and Scott Cunningham's "Crystal, Gemstone, and Metal Magic" is particularly helpful. Much of the information used to compile the chart was obtained from his book.

Gemstone Associations by Name

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